The following seats are up for election at the 2027 Aurora Consolidated Election: Alderman-at-large, alderperson Ward 1, alderperson Ward 3, alderperson Ward 5, alderperson Ward 6, and alderperson Ward 8. The first day to file nominating petitions is October 19. The last day to file nominating petitions is October 26.
City of Aurora deputy mayor Casildo “Casey” Cuevas presents the Aurora West Side Reading Circle group a proclamation on behalf of Aurora mayor John Laesch, to declaring December 5 as “Aurora West Side Reading Circle Day” in the City of Aurora.
At the October 6 Aurora Committee of the Whole meeting, mayor John Laesch, left, honored Aurora resident, Alexandra Jurado, Rosary College Prep, who earned a perfect ACT score. City of Aurora government photo
Aurora mayor John Laesch, second from left, presents Aurora Lion Club member, Steve Lord, a proclamation to designate October 8 as World Sight Day October 6.
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in October. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •No Carve Pumpkin Contest, Drop off October 21, Voting Oct. 22-29
Halloween Happening is set for Sunday, Oct. 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion, 912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Court, Naperville. The free event is designed for children ages 10 and under. Kids can enjoy fun Halloween-themed activities and games where they can collect treats and
The Oswego Police Department will host a Trunk or Treat event Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to noon in the front parking lot of the Oswego Police Headquarters, 3355 Woolley Road, Oswego. The free community event will provide a fun and safe location for trick-or-treaters to collect candy and
Ingredients8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring1 tablespoon molasses1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon paprika3 teaspoons minced garlic1/3 tablespoon of red pepper hot sauce1/4 cup olive oil Directions1. Mix together Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki
To those who still are young, with an inquiring mind,I hope that makes you into an inquiring find.Don’t take what science tells you now as the last word;Because, if you inquire at length, that is absurd.Accepted geniuses are geniuses, that’s true!Regardless, there is no eliminating you!There is but one requirement
Two great events to support senior citizens and their families are scheduled for this fall in Aurora. The Senior Resource Fair will be held Thursday, Oct. 22, from 10 a.m. through 1 p.m., at Senior Services Associates, 2111 Plum Street, Aurora. Senior Services 20th annual Pie Auction, the agency’s premier
Kiwanis Club of Aurora members receive their John McKee Service Award at the club’s 2026-2027 Installation Dinner at the Aurora Country Club October 6.
Celebrating the achievements and contributions of Aurora University’s distinguished athletes, coaches and supporters, AU’s Athletics Hall of Fame welcomed the class of 2026 October 10. More than 100 persons attended the 5:30 p.m. event in the university banquet hall in Alumni Hall of Physical Education. Master of ceremonies was James
Continuing a homecoming tradition, St. Charles resident Odie Washington lights Aurora University’s Spartan flame before Aurora’s football game against Concordia Chicago at Vago Field October 10.
Love photographing birds in Geneva? The City’s Natural Resources Committee would love to see your best images. After Geneva was designated a Bird City Illinois community earlier this year, the committee is highlighting local wildlife and natural areas by hosting its inaugural bird photo contest. Participants may submit a new
The photo of the ring-billed gull in the rain at Whalon Lake Preserve in Naperville by Joe Viola of Shorewood won September’s portion of the Will County Forest Preserve, Preserve the Moment photo contest.
By Bobby Narang Yorkville High School senior quarterback Quintin Rink was surprised to be on the field on Friday night, October 9. The backup signal-caller did not expect to take a snap on Senior Night in a key Week 8 game against Oswego East. But junior starting quarterback Max Delgado
Schedule Friday, Oct. 16CCL GreenSt. Rita at Nazareth, 7:30St. Francis at Montini, 7:30CCL PurpleSt. Patrick at Benet, 7:30Marmion at Niles Notre Dame, 7:30CCL WhiteJoliet Catholic at IC Catholic, 7:30Chicagoland ChristianWheaton Academy at Christ the King, 7McNamara at St. Edward, 7Aurora Christian at Woodstock Marian, 7DuKaneWarrenville South at Batavia, 7Geneva at
Freya is female Husky/Australian Shepherd who is one year old. Freya is the happiest pup! She weighs 45 pounds and seems to love everyone she meets. She’s always up for an adventure, enjoys car rides and walks. She likes to spend her day playing fetch with a ball or her
Did you ever want to be famous? I mean the instantly recognizable Elvis Presley or Howdy Doody type of fame where people keep you in their memory ad infinitum (“He’s not really dead” and “He’s not really a puppet”). I did at one time, but eventually figured it was better
